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A spokesman for Newark and Sherwood District Council, said: "We are investigating to see if this falls within our jurisdiction and if not, we will report it to those concerned.

"Fly tipping is a crime and costs the council time and money to clear up. If you are caught fly tipping you could be receive a £500 fixed penalty fine or if it is taken to caught you could be fined up to £50,000 and/or be jailed.

"The courts can also disqualify someone from driving and order the confiscation of any vehicle used in such an offence. We would appeal to the public to assist us with this by reporting such incidents by calling 01636 650000."

A Forestry Commission spokesperson said: "Clearing up a fly tip costs a significant amount of money and staff time. It is a thoughtless and selfish act that puts the environment and people at risk.

"We would ask our neighbours and visitors to be vigilant and if they see anything suspicious, to report it to the police by calling 101."